By customizing fenestrated stent-grafts, it is possible to position the first covered stent completely inside the proximal neck, thus achieving a more stable position. The additional side-stents may also contribute to a better fixation. This technique may become a valuable alternative for patients who are at high risk from open surgery.

This study demonstrates the feasibility and possible advantages of endovascular repair under local anesthesia in selected acute AAA patients. Further studies are needed to prove the advantages over open repair.

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Primary patency of brachiocephalic fistulas is comparable to that of radiocephalic fistulas. Primary assisted and secondary patency rates can, however, be brought to a much higher level, especially in patients without diabetes and a large-diameter venous outflow tract.

The results of this study suggest that endovascular stent-graft repair of popliteal artery aneurysms is feasible. Midterm patency rates are lower compared to traditional surgical repair.